How to Pronounce Fang

To pronounce "fang", say FANG — one syllable, IPA /fæŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/fæŋ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “fang”

"fang" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with bang and tang, if that helps it stick.

What does fang mean?

noun

  1. A long, pointed canine tooth used for biting and tearing flesh
  2. (in snakes) a long pointed tooth for injecting venom

verb

  1. To strike or attack with the fangs.
  2. To enable to catch or tear; to furnish with fangs.

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Words that rhyme with fang

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

bangtangharanguepangclangoverhangslanghanggangboomerangprangrang

Related words

eyetoothcroctuanfishingfishbangchihhousing

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fang"?▾

"Fang" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "fang"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fang" is /fæŋ/.

What does "fang" mean?▾

Fang: A long, pointed canine tooth used for biting and tearing flesh

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